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This book had my heart in my throat for half the ride—and I loved every minute of it.

Nikki and Noah move into what looks like the perfect little suburban neighborhood… and from there, everything spirals into deliciously creepy chaos. The pacing was on point, the suspense kept building, and the twists? Absolutely blew my mind. Just when I thought I had it figured out, the story pulled the rug right out from under me.

It’s fast, dark, twisty, and so tense I basically forgot how to breathe. And the ending? Nothing like I expected. In the best way.

A fantastic, scary ride that’ll make you side-eye your neighbors and double check your locks. So glad I live in the country now. 😂

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Such a good book! This is my first book by this author and it definitely won’t be my last. I really liked the pacing, the characters and the twists and turns. This book was easy to read and very entertaining.

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I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Netgalley, the publisher, and the author for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

To begin this review, I want to emphasize that this is my first experience with this author, and I was genuinely surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. I found it to be entertaining, well-crafted, and easy to read. I appreciated the fast pace, the unexpected twists, and the realistic scenarios presented. I think this book would be an excellent choice for anyone who enjoys psychological thrillers similar to those by Frieda McFadden, and I am eager to explore more works by this author.

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ARC review: Such Lovely Neighbors-Jack Dane. This was a first from this author and it will NOT be the last. I picked this up today, and finished it today. So many twists and turns, only 1 thing I predicted otherwise it kept me on my toes for the whole read! 5⭐️

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3.5 stars rounded up

The beginning was very slow and hard to get into, but once the action started it was impossible to put down. The twists were completely unexpected, but jaw dropping.

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Wow! What an amazing, fast read this was! Could not put it down. So much stress! No clue who to trust! I loved this thriller and did not expect those twists!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc

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An absolutely incredible read. It had me hooked from page 1, and that is hard to do. I was NOT at all prepared for the plot twists at the end, every one of them took me by complete surprise (which is also hard to do.) I was so hooked, k finished the book in about five hours 😂 would absolutely recommend to everyone I know!

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Jack Dane's simple writing style made this a quick read. The tension builds throughout the story, Although things could have escalated faster, this book was still a page turner. I would have liked to have more background information on the neighbors. Overall, I enjoyed this suburban domestic thriller. 3.5 stars

Thank you NetGalley and Xpresso Book Tours for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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Thank you Net Galley and Jack Dane for the ARC

Nicki and Noah move from the bustling city to the quiet and idealistic suburb life with more privacy and space, or so they think ...

They discover suspicious objects and strange events continuously occur, until it is eventually revealed their neighbors aren't who they seem.

Loved the pace of the book and the eerie and suspenseful mood carried throughout.

Enjoyed the twists revealed at the end, but wish more background information was revealed about the neighbors.

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Such Lovely Neighbors was such a wild ride—I couldn’t stop reading! It starts off like your typical quiet suburban story, but things take a dark turn fast. Every time I thought I had it figured out, another twist came out of nowhere.

The characters are shady in the best way, and the whole “perfect neighborhood” vibe was super creepy and fun to unravel. Jack Dane nailed the suspense and totally kept me guessing. If you love thrillers with secrets, lies, and drama behind closed doors, definitely add this to your TBR!

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I finished this book so fast! It was good, and the ending was crazy. I can usually guess what's going to happen but my jaw was on the floor. The book reminded me very much of the first purge movie.

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Such Lovely Neighbors was an easy, quick read, but overall it left me feeling unsatisfied. The story was weird….intriguing at first, but it never really gave a clear explanation for what was going on. It leaned heavily into a strange cult-like vibe in the neighborhood, but without much depth or payoff. It had potential, but just didn’t deliver for me.

THANK YOU NET GALLEY FOR YHE ADVANCED COPY OF THIS BOOK!

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I received an arc copy of this book from Net Galley in exchange for my honest opinion of it. Nikki and her husband Noah leave the city and buy their dream home in the suburbs. As soon as they move in, the neighbors keep coming over with treats and welcoming them to the neighborhood. They both feel like they are truly home until strange noises in the night and other crazy things are going on. I couldn't put this book down as it was so fast paced. However, it got to be so far fetched and crazy at the end that I kept waiting for her to wake up from a nightmare.

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This was a bit bizarre in a good way. I read it in one sitting, and I didn't see the big twist coming (although it was a bit out of the blue). I'm going to keep reading books by Jack Dane.

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Wow I never want neighbors like this
This book was good so exciting a page tuner that will keep you up all night so so good please read this book and thank you for this thriller

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Thank you to NetGalley and Back Alley Press for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A couple in their 30s trades in their NYC apartment for a beautiful home in the suburbs where they are welcomed with open arms and copious desserts. The sweet beginning though sours quickly and the tension builds as one mysterious thing after another keeps happening. Is it just their imagination, coincidence, or are their neighbors into something darker than they can imagine?

I was in the mood for a thriller, and this one hit the spot. It does stretch credulity quite a bit, but it’s a fun read with a quality twist in the end.

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I always end up accidentally reading about a cult? This book was quick and snappy but REALLY good. I normally hate predictability and can also guess the twists and turns but no this book. This book left my on edge of my seat, just when I thought I knew what was going on- every thing changed.

An excellent read.

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This wasn’t my first Jack Dane thriller and it won’t be my last. I got to read this novel as an ARC and leave this review voluntarily.

I love a fast paced, tension holding story that makes me tell myself “just one more chapter” every time I have to put it down.
Hooking me from the first page and surprising me with great twists this novel was just what I needed for a hot summer day. Definitely recommend picking up a copy when it comes out!

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Welcome to the neighborhood… First-time homeowners Nikki and Noah Anderson are delighted to find an affordable starter home within commuting distance of NYC., The neighborhood is absolutely adorable, and everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Between potlucks and white picket fences, it’s an idyllic suburban dream. Or is it? Because something feels…off. The neighbors smile a little too much. There are strange sounds in the night. And then there’s the pair of wedding rings they find buried in their backyard… The suburbs have their share of dark secrets, too. And by the time Nikki and Noah realize it, it might already be too late! Wow! Very different! I thought this book was going to be a bit odd? Or a bit corny? But boy was wrong. I freaking loved it! It’s definitely a bit different. It had great suspense, murder, mystery, intrigue, and then bam right at the end of fabulous jaw dropping twist! The storyline was very interesting. I highly recommend reading this book. Thank you, NetGalley, and the publishers for sharing this book with me!

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That Prologue... Wow!! Just, wow!! If that wasn't enough to suck you in, then I don't know what would.

Noah and Nikki decide to move to the suburbs to an idyllic neighborhood. Things quickly take a turn, and they suddenly start to fear for their lives.

This book was such a quick, easy read that I just didn't want to put down. Check it out! You won't be disappointed!

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion/review.

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